RE-ELECT DEL. HE IS THE RIGHT CHOICE!

Remember, your vote makes a difference for the future of Elbert County.

WELCOME
I am am the incumbent candidate for Elbert County Commissioner and would like to let you know a little more about myself.

We have been in Elbert County for almost thirty-four years. My wife and I live South of Elizabeth. I am a Colorado native, having grown up in rural Weld and Adams County. I have a degree in Agri-Business and Fire Science. My wife, Dianne, is retired and serves on several committees in our church. Being extremely family orientated we are proud to be very active with our children and grandchildren. We have three daughters, which attended and graduated from Elizabeth. I am a retired Battalion Chief with the Aurora Fire Department. My wife and I established a very successful auction business of eighteen years, which we sold in 2005. During which time we developed many professional and long-term customers and friends.

Through my careers and volunteer activities, I have developed leadership skills, integrity, management abilities and an extensive background in incident command of major emergencies. These experiences and skills enable me to benefit Elbert County when I am re-elected as your Elbert County Commissioner.

My Elbert County activities include founding Board member of the Elizabeth Parks and Recreation, Vice President of the Kiowa Lion's Club, and a member of The Rock Church. I also serve on (or have served on) a variety of boards and committees both locally and nationally. I am a past member of the Aurora Fire Fighters Association, served as the President and Chairman of the Board of Colorado Auctioneers Association, member of the State Child Fatality Review Team, Vice Chairman of the CECLA, member of State of Colorado Summit for Economic Development, current Chairman of the Board of Elbert County Commissioners, and a recent graduate of the Lion's Club Institute.

I have been perceived as a fair and competent manager, but more important I have proven myself to be a decisive visionary and leader. As a leader, communicator, and hard worker, I have helped identify and accomplish many important tasks for numerous organizations. My track record shows me to be honest, fair, demonstrated longevity, approachable, and always working toward and completing the identified goals of the organizations I serve. I have the capacity and desire to work hard for the people of our great County. I have a proven track record of accomplishments.